AML Senior Analyst

Responsibilities

• Investigate and evaluate client relationships to identify potential financial, reputational, operational, and compliance risks related to money laundering or terrorist financing.
• Analyze transactions to identify unusual patterns in international payment or trade finance activity.
• Prepare detailed risk assessment reports, case memoranda, and spreadsheets for management and audit purposes.
• Perform quality control reviews on case adjudication and enhanced due diligence (EDD) to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Conduct thorough analysis of complex cases, including PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) and sanctions exposure.
• Support the detection and reporting of suspicious activities to ensure compliance with AML/ATF regulatory obligations.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, technology, and systems within the AML operations unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Law, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in financial institutions, compliance, or related business areas.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of AML/KYC regulations and AML/ATF legislation.
• Advanced proficiency in English.
• Proficiency with computer tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet research.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACAMS or CAMS certification.
• Experience with transaction monitoring, name screening, or sanctions investigations.

About the Company

Scotiabank is a leading global financial institution. ScotiaGBS, located in Bogotá, Colombia, supports various banking processes and the execution of the bank's global service strategy across 15 countries in the Americas. We offer an inclusive, high-performance work environment dedicated to achieving excellence in global operations.